Supplier Diversity Program

                                                    Statement

The ISU Purchasing Department has had an ongoing diversity enhancement program in place and active for sixteen years.  The Indiana State University Purchasing Department is committed to providing minority and women owned enterprise (MWBEs) every opportunity to compete for its business. Efforts are continually made to identify minority vendors and solicit quotes from MWBEs.

                                                      Mission

Indiana State University recognizes the importance of supplier diversity in our procurement practices. Through developing and cultivating sound business relationships, we actively work towards strengthening economic development and viability for disadvantage businesses while providing a value-added strategy that increases competition to ensure that ISU’s funds are maximized.

                                                       Vision

To have the best-managed supplier diversity initiative, within Higher Education by having a great impact on the economic growth and viability of small, disadvantaged, minority, and woman-owned businesses.

                                                       Values

Through our daily activity, we ensure that MWBEs receive fair and equal opportunities to provide goods and services to Indiana State University.

Policy (Word)

How To Do Business With Indiana State University (Word)

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Get Certified

Getting Started (New Vendor Application Form)  (PDF Form)